Winch Warnings & Precautions (Continued)
13)
Examine winch before using. Components may be affected by exposure to everyday
weathering, chemicals, salts, and rust.
14)
Never fully extend cable while under load. Keep
5 complete turns
of cable around the winch
drum.
15)
When loading a boat into a trailer without reel or side hull rollers, make sure the trailer is
submerged in the water when the boat is loaded by the winch. Attempting to drag the boat on
to the trailer while on land can cause winch failure and possible injury.
16) Never
operate winch if cable shows any signs of weakening, is knotted or kinked.
17)
Winch does not have a locking mechanism. Secure load after moving.
18)
Do not cross over or under the cable while it is in process of loading.
19)
Do not move vehicle with cable extended and attached to load to pull it. The cable could snap.
20)
Apply blocks (such as a wheel choke) to vehicle when parked on an incline.
21)
Re-spool cable properly.
Warning
The Electric Winch is designed for intermittent use only, and should not be used in a constant
duty application. The duration of the pulling job should be kept as short as possible. If the
Winch motor becomes very hot to touch, stop the winch and let it cool down for several
minutes. Never pull for more than one minute at or near the rated load. Do not maintain power
to the winch if the motor stalls.
UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure all parts are included. Refer to Assembly Drawings and
Parts Lists behind. If any part is missing or broken, please call Mile Marker at the number on
the cover of this manual as soon as possible.
Installation
STEP
1
Mount electric winch to the vehicle using Cap Screw (37), Nut (34), Flat Washer (35)
and Lock washer (36), all provided. If the provided hardware does not accommodate
the installation, use SAE grade 8 bolts or higher with torque to 35 ft. lbs. It should be
aligned and secured to a solid part or the vehicle (front or rear) where the full rated load
will be evenly distributed. Also remember that the winch is designed for horizontal pull,
not vertical.
STEP
2
Connect the red (positive) Battery cable from the Solenoid Assembly to the closest
screw-down positive (+) terminal to 12-volt battery.
Battery cables should not be drawn taut. Leave slack for some cable
movement.
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